He was born on May 4, 1922 in Sherburn, Kentucky and resided most of his life in Anderson.

Eugene graduated from Ewing High School in Ewing, Kentucky, and he served his country in the Army during WW II.

He retired from Guide Lamp Division of General Motors after thirty-seven years of service, and after retirement he worked for Anderson Community Schools for several years.

He was a member of The Oddfellows Lodge #131 of Anderson, and he was an avid bowler. He also enjoyed fishing, University of Kentucky Basketball, and spending time with his family and friends.

Eugene is survived by his sons, Daryl Alexander of Anderson and Guy (Leeann) Alexander of Anderson; sister, Roxie Russell of Plano, TX.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Oggie H. (Elsie Jean) Alexander; father, William Alexander; mother, Tempest Alexander; and his brother, Jewell "Rusty" Alexander.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2014 at Robert D. Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory, 200 West 53rd St. Anderson, Indiana with Pastor Gary Marcum officiating. Burial will take place in the Anderson Memorial Park, with military rites performed by the US Army, and VFW Post #266.

Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Thursday, August 7, 2014 at the funeral home.